Sr. Java Developer (on-site) Job Summary We are looking for a motivated senior Java Backend engineer with solid hands-on experience in Java, with a passion for software modernization. The ideal candidate will provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement, and will work closely with product managers and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
Primary Location: Austin, TX (on site)
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States Role and Responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-quality software solutions using AWS, SQL, Spring Boot, Java, JavaScript, and MySQL.
Ability to work with distributed and Agile teams
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement new features and enhancements
Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications by identifying and resolving bottlenecks and bugs
Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
Work closely with product managers and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
Implement best practices for software development, including version control, testing, and continuous integration
Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain competitive and innovative.
Contribute to the development of technical documentation, including design documents, user guides, and release notes
Participate in agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to ensure timely delivery of projects
Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of applications in production environments
Monitor and analyze application performance, providing recommendations for improvements and optimizations
Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the development process
Excellent communication
Problem solving
Self-starter
Qualifications: Core Java knowledge is a must (Java 8+)
Java hands on solid exp.
Should have strong experience in Springboot & Spring Frameworks and JUnit
Hands on experience in Java, multi-threading, no-sql/SQL, Kafka, Shell Scripting, REST API, building distributed components.
Possess a strong background in AWS, SQL, Spring Boot, Java, JavaScript, and MySQL
Demonstrate expertise in the Hi-Tech domain, with a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and opportunities
Experience in development of Java server applications in a Unix environment
Experience with software build tools such as Maven, Nexus, Gradle
Solid knowledge of web technologies such as Java, J2EE (EJBs, servlets,JSP,Struts) Application Servers, Portal Applications and Standards and XML technologies.
Experience in coding, designing and building RESTful API's
Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases. (Good to have)
Experience of AWS (Good to Have)
Knowledge of performance and profiling testing highly desired (jProbe, jMeter, YourKit) - Good to have
Experience using GitHub
Salary and Other Compensation:
Applications will be accepted until April 24th, 2025.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Why Choose Cognizant? It takes a lot to succeed in today's fast-paced market, and Cognizant Technology Solutions has become a leader in the industry. We love big ideas and even bigger dreams. We stand out because we put human experiences at the core.
Our associates enjoy robust benefits and training opportunities from our industry recognized, award winning Academy team. You will have access to a wide range of technical trainings to stay updated with the newest technologies and have opportunities to acquire certifications.
If you're comfortable with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we'd love to hear from you.
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